ENGINEER/SCIENTIST Unmanned Surface Vessel Lead Mission Autonomy Software Developer
Naval Sea Systems Command
Posted: January 7, 2026 (7 days ago)
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Naval Sea Systems Command
Department of the Navy
Location
Salary
$119,630 - $155,521
per year
Type
Full Time
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Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This role involves leading software projects focused on virtual and augmented reality (XR) technologies for the Navy, managing development from planning to evaluation, and ensuring resources align with goals.
It's ideal for someone with strong project management skills who enjoys guiding teams in innovative tech environments, especially in a government or defense setting.
The position requires experience in agile methods and handling complex software systems.
You will serve as a Lead Software Product Owner in the Digital Transformation Division in the Fleet Readiness Department of NAVUNSEAWARCENDIV KEYPORT WA.
The Secretary of Defense has ordered a department-wide hiring freeze subject to certain limited exceptions. This position is subject to the DoD hiring freeze.
Offers of employment related to this vacancy announcement will not be executed until the position has an approved exemption.
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: one year of experience in in project management of software development, including virtual/augmented reality projects and agile processes.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:
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